New Additions to VCA Library
Posted on 12 January 2011 | No responses
Some of the recent library additions
VCA’s Library now boasts new additions of books and puzzles thanks largely to the Visiting Authors series, and the Local Author series, both sponsored by the Philipsburg Jubilee Library of St. Maarten in 2010. The new titles include Book 1 and 2 of “The Adventures of Starr” children series written by Jacky Rom of JAX Publishing UK; and “The Sausage Ranger” written by one of the island’s youngest authors, Michel Hodge.
A significant addition to the library comes from Melissa I. Eights who donated her entire collection of puzzles depicting local scenery and culture of St. Maarten, along with the full selection of all the books she has written, including “Rehabilitation & Recovery Poetry and Short Stories” and “It is Going to Rain”. The latter, was presented to the school with “Grandpa Herbert”; a stuffed doll designed by her mother, Mrs. Valerie Eights-Rowe in honor of Mrs. Eights’ father who recently passed away.
Grandpa Herbert will be introduced to the Kindergarten program in February, as he is to assist in teaching the children how to dress themselves (fully removable coat and hat), and tie their shoelaces. A formal presentation of the doll and the accompanying book which includes coloring pages, will be done in the first week of February as a part of the 5th Anniversary celebrations. It is hoped that the author and Grandpa Herbert creator will be on hand to introduce them to the current Kindergarten class.
Grandpa Herbert w/Accompanying Reading & Activity Book
Other donations to the library came from persons within the neighboring community who desired to enhance the reading program promoted by the school. Encyclopedia sets, Dictionaries, Bibles, and in-fair condition reading and reference books on a wide genre of topics were received over the past semester. The director, Dianne Greenaway, expressed her gratitude for the contributions and stated that with the additions, the library now needed to be upgraded and expanded to properly house and accommodate them.
Sponsor student workbooks
Posted on 12 January 2011 | No responses
Happy New Year to you and to your family. May God’s richest blessings be yours throughout the year.
I HAVE AN URGENT NEED! It is not for myself, it is for the children who are currently enrolled at VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY.
For those of you who do not know the school, it is now celebrating its 5th Anniversary since opening in 2006 and is the only school on the island that offers a CHRISTIAN CURRICULUM in all subjects. Yes, you are reading this right…a Christian curriculum in every subject, Math, English, Science, Foreign languages, Art, etc., etc., etc. Oh how God has been good to us.
The need that now prevails is for student workbooks for the current and if possible the next school year. A set of workbooks in any subject costs $30.00 and I would like you to consider purchasing one set (or more where possible) in honor of the school’s 5th Anniversary. Your contribution (names only) will be noted in our newsletter at the end of the month, and on our website, www.academy.trulycaribbean.net Read more
VCA students enjoy drama with author Jacky Rom
Posted on 11 January 2011 | 1 response
WEYMOUTH HILLS, St. Maarten – Students of the Elementary & Kindergarten classes of Victory Christian Academy (VCA) enjoyed another entertaining visit from author and drama coach Jacky Rom on Monday, December 13, 2010.
Rom first visited VCA during the “Visiting Author” series organized by the Philipsburg Jubilee Library earlier in the year. Students were introduced to “STARR” in her first children’s book called “The Amazing Adventures of Starr – The Missing Extra”. On this visit she brought copies of her second book in the series, “The Lost Script”. Read more
Adopt a Student at Victory Christian Academy
Posted on 25 January 2010 | No responses
Graduation 2009 in pictures
Posted on 30 June 2009 | No responses
Miracles Happen one Child at a Time, says VCA Director
Posted on 18 August 2008 | No responses
WEYMOUTH HILLS, ST. MAARTEN – “Miracles are happening at Victory Christian Academy one child at a time,” says school director Dianne Greenaway.
The school will begin its third official school year on Monday, September 1 and the director said it has been amazing to see the growth of the program and how many community-minded companies and individuals enabled them to get here. Read more
VCA gets 800+ books from Greater Atlanta Christian School
Posted on 25 May 2008 | No responses
Victory Christian Academy Appeals for Donors to Sponsor School
Posted on 25 July 2007 | No responses
PHILIPSBURG – The Victory Christian Academy is appealing for companies and families to adopt a student at the alternative learning school in Weymouth Hills.
According to Dianne Greenaway, the school’s director, now that the USONA funding has run out there is a need for assistance to continue providing a quality education to the 30 students enrolled. Read more
Graduation 2007
Posted on 30 June 2007 | No responses
Life Enrichment Courses Begin at Victory Christian Academy
Posted on 25 January 2007 | No responses
PHILIPSBURG, St. Maarten – One year after opening, the Victory Christian Academy is adding afternoon and evening programs to cater to the entire family.
According to Nerissa Golden, the school’s Administrator, Life Enrichment Classes begin Monday, February 5 at the Weymouth Hills campus.
“In the afternoons we are offering our Reading Readiness program for children ages four to 14, who want to learn to read or are having difficulties with reading in their regular school program. It is a multi-sensory, phonetic program that takes 12 weeks. They will become acquainted with phonics through animals, songs and stories. It is a method which helps students learn letter sounds, alphabet sequence and word relationships,” explained Golden.
Golden added that in the evenings, they will start an Office Procedures Course, which is taught in the same methodology as their day school curriculum.
“Our class sizes are limited to allow us to teach each student based on their needs. We have business persons registered, who need to learn how to write proposals, handle bookkeeping, so they will learn how to use Microsoft Office and other programs in a way that they can immediately use in their daily work. It is designed for those who want to start a new career or those who want to get better at their jobs or even start their own business. It is about empowering our people to have more options for work in the future,” the school head said.
Victory Christian Academy was opened in January 2006 as an alternative learning program for students aged 3 and older. They now have 23 students registered in classes from pre-kindergarten to high school. The small class sizes and individualized workbooks allows each student to work at the level they are at and provides opportunities to fill in gaps in their learning before it is too late.
More information on the life enrichment classes and Victory Christian Academy can be received by contacting Nerissa Golden at 523-3731 or email academy@trulycaribbean.net.
For interviews please contact Nerissa Golden at 523-3731.